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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning technology are empowering learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also describes the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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